Fire Service Hoses
Course
Firefighter II
Unit III
Water Supplies
Essential
Question
What is the
importance of
understanding
the safe
operation and
use of fire hoses
while fighting
fires?
TEKS
§130.300(c)
(5)(A)(B)(C)(D)
Prior Student
Learning
Completed
assigned
reading and use
of previous
knowledge,
skills, and
experience
Estimated Time
12 hours. 8
lecture, 4 tactile
skills/skills
sheets.
Rationale
It is necessary for firefighters to understand the safe operation and use of
fire service hoses. To fight fire effectively, it is mandatory that they
understand what type of hose to use, when and how to deploy hose lines,
and how to effectively use a hose at a fire scene. Since they are designed
to move water to the fire scene, failing to learn the capabilities and
limitations of fire hoses could have severe consequences.
Objectives
The student will be able to:
1. Describe hose types and their construction
2. Describe the differences between an attack hose and a supply
hose
3. Practice the methods of attaching couplings to a fire hose
4. Identify the NFPA requirements for fire service hoses on pumping
apparatus
Engage
Discuss with students the importance of understanding the use of fire hoses
as a tool in the fire service. Not knowing what types of hoses, handlines,
carries, and lays to use at a fire scene can drastically change the outcome
of a fire emergency. Something that seems as ordinary as a fire hose can
be lethal if not fully understood. Understanding its safe use and how to
handle it properly is vital to a firefighter’s success. Use the Discussion
Rubric for assessment.
Key Points
I. General Information
A. Fire hoses are manufactured in different diameters, each for a
specific use
1. Usually cut and coupled in lengths of 50 or 100 feet, but longer
lengths are available
2. Referred to as lengths or sections
B. Intake hose – used to connect fire apparatus to a water source
1. Soft intake hose
a) Sometimes referred to as a soft sleeve hose
b) Used to transfer water from a pressurized source to the
pump intake
c) Available in sizes from 2½ inches to 6 inches in diameter
2. Hard intake hose – primarily used to draft water from a static
source
a) Sometimes referred to as a hard suction hose
b) Can be used to siphon water from one portable tank to
another in water shuffle operations
c) Has a steel core (helix) to prevent it from collapsing when
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drafting
d) Available in sizes from 2½ inches to 6 inches in diameter
C. National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) Standards related to hoses
1. Standard on Fire Hose (NFPA 1961) lists specifications for fire
hoses.
2. Standard for Fire Hose Connections (NFPA 1963) lists
specifications for fire hose couplings and threads
3. Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus (NFPA 1901)
a) Requires pumpers to carry:
(1) 15 feet of large soft intake hose or 20 feet of hard
intake hose
(2) 800 feet of 2½-inch or larger fire hose
(3) 400 feet of 1½-, 1¾-, or 2-inch attack hose
b) The lengths and sizes may be increased, depending on
departmental needs.
II.
Fire Hose Damage
A. Mechanical damage
1. Covering damage
a) Rips
b) Slices
c) Abrasions
2. Crushed or damaged couplings
3. Cracked inner linings
4. Damage prevention
a) Don’t pull over rough or sharp edges or objects.
b) Use hose ramps (bridges) to protect hoses from being run
over.
c) Open and close nozzles, valves, and hydrants slowly
d) Change fold positions when reloading hoses on apparatus
e) Use chafing blocks to prevent abrasions when a hose
vibrates at or near the pumper
f) Avoid excessive pump pressure on the hose lines
B. Thermal damage
1. Caused by
a) Excessive heat
b) Direct contact
c) Direct sunlight
2. Damage prevention
a) Protect hoses from exposure to excessive heat
b) Don’t allow hoses to remain in a heated area once dry
c) Use moderate temperatures for mechanical drying (warm
air is much better than hot air)
d) Keep the outsides of woven-jacket hoses dry when not in
use
e) To keep the liner soft, run water through a hose that has not
been used
f) To keep the liner from drying out, roll dry hoses in a straight
line for storage
g) Prevent hoses from coming into contact with vehicle
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exhaust
h) Use hose bed covers on apparatus to protect hoses from
the sun
C. Organic damage
1. Woven jacket hoses (cotton or other natural fibers) are subject
to:
a) Mildew
b) Mold
2. Damage prevention
a) Don’t keep wet hoses loaded on apparatus
b) Inspect, wash, and dry hoses that have been contaminated.
c) Remove, inspect, sweep, and reload hoses that have not
been unloaded from apparatus for 6 months
d) Make sure hoses are folded at different points when
reloaded
e) Inspect and test hoses annually, and after possible damage
D. Chemical damage
1. Some chemicals and chemical vapors can damage the outer
jacket and/or cause the rubber lining to separate from the inner
jacket
2. Some products may weaken a hose to the point where it can
burst under pressure:
a) Paints
b) Acids
c) Petroleum-based
d) Alkalis
3. Runoff water may also contain contaminant that can damage
hoses.
4. Damage control
a) Scrub hoses thoroughly, and brush off traces of acid contact
with a solution of baking soda and water (baking soda
neutralizes acids)
b) Periodically remove hoses from apparatus, wash them with
plain water, and let them dry
c) Test hoses if you suspect damage
d) Don’t lay hoses in gutters or next to the curb where vehicles
park; there may be an accumulation of oil or acid from car
batteries
e) Dispose of hoses according to department Standards
Operating Procedures (SOPs) if they cannot be
decontaminated
III. Care and Maintenance
A. Washing hose – the method is dependent upon its type
1. Rinse the following hose types with clear water and use mild
soap if necessary:
a) Hard rubber booster hose
b) Hard intake hose
c) Rubber jacket collapsible hose
2. Woven jacket hose
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a) Dust and dirt should be thoroughly brushed and swept
b) If the dirt can’t be removed, wash and scrub it with clear
water and a brush
3. When a hose has been exposed to oil
a) Wash it with a mild soap or detergent, using a common
scrub brush or straw broom, and a stream of water from a
garden hose
b) Once the oil is removed, rinse it thoroughly with clear water.
4. Hose washing machines
a) The most common type washes hoses up to 3 inches in
diameter
b) The flow of water can be adjusted; the movement of water
assists in propelling the hose through the machine
c) The hoseline can be connected to the pumper or to a
hydrant directly; the higher the water pressure, the better
the results
5. Cabinet-type machines
a) Wash, rinse, and drain fire hoses
b) Designed to be used in the station
c) Can be operated by one person, and can be used with or
without detergent
B. Drying hoses
1. Fire hoses should be dried before being stored.
2. Woven jacket hoses should be dried before being put back on
the apparatus
3. The methods used to dry hoses depend on the hose type
4. Hoses should be dried according to department SOPs and the
manufacturer’s specifications
5. The following hose types may be put back on the apparatus
while wet:
a) Hard rubber booster hose
b) Hard intake hose
c) Synthetic jacket collapsible hose
C. Storing hoses
1. After a hose is brushed, washed, and dried, it should be rolled
and stored in its rack, unless it is to be placed back on the
apparatus
2. Hose racks should be located in clean, ventilated rooms or
close to the apparatus room for easy access
3. Racks can be freestanding or mounted on a wall
4. Mobile hose racks can be used to store and move hoses from
storage rooms to the apparatus for loading
IV. Fire Hose Couplings
A. Coupling types
1. Threaded couplings – male or female couplings with spiral
threads, either three- or five-piece type
2. Nonthreaded couplings – couplings with no male or female
components that are also called Storz Couplings, or sexless
couplings; commonly found on large-diameter hoses
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B. Coupling construction
1. Shank – the portion of the coupling that serves as a point of
attachment to the hose
2. Higbee cut – a special cut at the beginning of the thread on a
hose coupling that clearly identifies the first thread to eliminate
cross-threading
3. Higbee indicator – notches or grooves cut into coupling lugs to
identify, by touch or sight, the exact location of the Higbee Cut
4. Lugs – aid in tightening and loosening the couplings. There are
three types:
a) Pin – uncommon because they have a tendency to snag
when a hose is dragged
b) Rocker – the majority of new threaded couplings have
rounded rocker lugs
c) Recessed – a booster hose normally has couplings with
recessed lugs
5. Swivel gasket – used to make the connection watertight when
female and male ends are connected
6. Expansion-ring gasket – used at the end of the hose where it is
expanded into the shank of the coupling
V.
Coupling Care Rules
A. Avoid dropping and/or dragging couplings
B. Keep vehicles from running over hose couplings
C. Inspect couplings when a hose is washed and dried
D. Remove the swivel gasket and twist the swivel in warm, soapy
water
E. Clean the threads to remove tar, dirt, gravel, and oil
F. Inspect the gasket and replace it if it is cracked or creased
VI. Hose Appliances – water travels through these
A. Valves – the flow of water is controlled through the use of various
valves:
1. Ball valves – used in pumper discharges and gated wyes
2. Gate valves – used to control the flow from a hydrant
3. Butterfly valves – used on large pump intakes and have a flat
baffle that turns 90 degrees; most operate by a ¼-turn handle
4. Clapper valves – used in siamese appliances, and in some
pump piping; they allow water to flow in only one direction. The
clapper is a flat disk, hinged at the top or on one side, that
swings in a door-like manner
B. Valve devices – allow the number of hoselines to be increased or
decreased; used in wye appliances, siamese appliances, water
thief appliances, large diameter hose appliances, and hydrant
valves
1. Wye appliance – one female inlet and two or more male outlets
that are usually smaller than the inlet; the outlets are usually
gated
2. Siamese appliance – combines two or more hoselines into one;
generally have female inlets and one male outlet. These are
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commonly used to supply the hose leading to a ladder pipe.
3. Water thief appliance – similar to wye appliances and most
often used in wildland fire fighting. The most common type has
a 1½-inch female inlet, a 1½-inch male outlet, and one valvecontrolled 1-inch male outlet. Large volume water thieves
consist of a large diameter hose (LDH) inlet and two or more
2½-inch valve-controlled male outlets.
4. Large-diameter hose appliance – typically one LDH inlet and
three 2½-inch valve-controlled male outlets. Sometimes called
a) Portable hydrants
b) Phantom pumpers
c) Large diameter distributors
5. Hydrant valve – a typical four-way hydrant valve used to
provide increased pressure from low-pressure hydrants
C. Fittings are devices that facilitate the connection of hoselines of
different sizes to provide an uninterrupted flow of water
1. Adapters – fittings for connecting hose couplings with dissimilar
threads but the same inside diameter
2. Reducer – an adapter used to attach a smaller hose to a larger
hose. The female end has the larger threads, while the male
end has the smaller threads
3. Double male and double female adapters – used to connect
similar types of hose couplings together
4. In some areas, hydrants are equipped with sexless adapters on
the main discharge (steamer connection)
5. Elbow adapter – reduces stress on the hose connected to the
pump and prevents kinks in the hose; elbows may be
permanently attached to pump intakes or discharges
D. Intake Devices
1. Intake strainers keep debris from entering the pump
2. Floating strainers keep the hard intake hose away from the
bottom and reduce the amount of debris that may clog the
strainer
VII. Hose Tools – water does not travel through hose tools.
A. Hose rollers – prevent mechanical damage to hoselines that cross
windowsills or wall parapets
B. Hose jackets – can be used or applied to a hose to temporarily
repair a rupture or leak in an emergency
1. Two sizes – 2½ and 3 inches
2. Can also connect mismatched or damaged screw thread
couplings
C. Hose clamps
1. Three types:
a) Screw down
b) Press down
c) Hydraulic press
2. All are used to stop the flow of water in a hoseline for the
following reasons:
a) To prevent charging a hoseline
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b) To replace burst sections of hose
c) To extend a hoseline
d) To advance a charged hoseline up stairs
3. General rules for applying hose clamps:
a) Apply at least 20 feet behind apparatus
b) Apply within 5 feet of the coupling on the incoming water
side
c) Center the hose evenly in the jaws to avoid pinching the
hose
d) Close and open the hose clamp slowly to avoid causing a
water hammer
e) Stand to one side when applying or releasing any type of
hose clamp (the operating handle or frame can snap open
suddenly)
D. Hydrant wrench, spanner, and rubber mallet
1. Hydrant wrench – primarily used to remove caps from hydrant
outlets and to open hydrant valves
2. Spanner –used primarily to tighten or loosen couplings
3. Rubber mallet – used to tighten or loosen intake hose
couplings; helps get an airtight connection at the pump
E. Hose bridges (ramps) – designed to permit the movement of traffic
over a hose while protecting the hose from damage
F. Chafing blocks – prevent abrasions to hose jackets at points of
contact with the ground where pump or water vibrations are likely
G. Hose strap, hose rope, and hose chain
1. Hose straps – can be used to reduce stress on the nozzle
operator and improve the mobility of a charged hoseline
2. Hose ropes and chains – can be used to carry and pull a fire
hose, but are used to provide a secure means to handle
pressurized hoselines; they can also be used to secure a hose
to ladders and other fixed objects
VIII. Common Hose Rolls
A. Straight roll – consists of the male coupling at the center of the roll
and the female end on the outside; used for the following situations:
1. When loaded back on the apparatus at the fire scene
2. When returning hose to the station for washing
3. When placing the hose in rack storage
4. For easy loading of the minuteman load
B. Donut roll – the couplings are on the outside of the roll, within 12
inches of each other, and the male coupling is protected by the last
layer of the roll
1. Gives firefighters control of both couplings, while protecting
them from damage
2. The hose deploys out with fewer twists and kinks.
3. Facilitates connecting to other couplings
4. Can be performed by one or two firefighters
C. Twin donut roll – creates a compact roll that can be easily
transported
1. Works well on 1½- and 1¾-inch hoses, but 2-, 2½-, and 3-inch
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hoses can be rolled in this manner as well
2. Offsetting the couplings by about 1 foot at the beginning of the
roll allows for the couplings to be coupled after the roll is tied or
strapped. This is convenient for carrying
D. Self-locking twin donut roll – provides a built in carrying strap
IX. Hose Loads and Finishes
A. Related information
1. Hose bed – the main hose-carrying area of a pumper or other
piece of apparatus designed to carry hoses
2. Finish – the arrangement of the hose, usually placed on top of
a hose load and connected to the end of the load; also called a
hose load finish
B. Hose loading guidelines
1. Check gaskets and swivels before connecting any couplings
2. Keep the flat sides of the hose on the same plane when
connecting; the lugs do not need to be aligned
3. Hand tighten the couplings; never use wrenches or excessive
force
4. Remove kinks and twists from fire hoses, then bend them to
form a loop in the hose bed
5. Make a Dutchman when you need to change the direction or
location of a coupling
6. Load LDH (3½ inches or larger) with all couplings near the front
of the bed to save space and allow the hose to lie flat
7. Do not pack hose too tightly
C. Common hose loads
1. Accordion load – the arrangement of a fire hose in a hose bed
with the hose on edge and the folds adjacent to each other
2. Horseshoe load – the arrangement of a fire hose in a hose bed
in which the hose lies on its edge in the form of a horseshoe
3. Flat load – the arrangement of a fire hose in a hose bed in
which the hose lies flat in successive layers, one upon the
other
D. Hose load finishes
1. Two categories
a) For forward lays (straight finish)
b) For reverse lays (reverse horseshoe and skid load finishes)
2. Straight finish – consists of the last section of a hose, folded
across the hose bay
3. Reverse horseshoe finish
a) Similar to the horseshoe load, except that the U portion of
the horseshoe is at the rear of the bed
b) It is made of one or two 100-foot lengths of hose, each
connected to one side of a gated wye.
c) Any size of attack hose can be used
4. Skid load finish
a) Fold the last three lengths (150 feet) into a compact bundle
on top of the rest of the load
b) The load begins by forming three or more pull loops that
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extend beyond the end of the hose load
c) The rest of the hose, with the nozzle attached, is accordionfolded across the hose used to form pull loops in the hose
bed
X.
Preconnected Hose Loads for Attack Lines
A. Primarily used for attack lines
B. Connected to discharge valves and placed away from the main
hose bed
C. Range from 50 to 250 feet long
D. Carried in
1. Longitudinal beds
2. Raised trays
3. Transverse beds (cross lays)
4. Tailboard compartments
5. Side compartments/bins
6. Front bumper wells (jump lines)
7. Reels
E. Common preconnected loads
1. Preconnected flat load – permits rapid deployment of an attack
line. The loops at the end of the hose load are used for pulling
either the entire load or a portion of it from the bed
2. Minuteman load – designed to be pulled by and carried on the
shoulder of one firefighter
3. Triple layer load – requires that the entire load be unloaded
before the nozzle end can be deployed
4. Booster hose reels – located on the top of the apparatus or
behind the front or rear bumper
XI. Supply Hose Lays
A. Forward lay – the hose extends from the water source to the fire
scene. Hose loads that are intended for the forward lay have the
female coupling loaded to come out of the hose bed first
B. Reverse lay – used to extend the fire hose from the fire to the water
source. The male coupling is usually located at the back of the hose
bed in a reverse load. A nozzle or gated wye may be attached to
the coupling
C. Split lay – deployed by two pumpers, one making a forward lay and
one making a reverse lay from the same point
XII. Making and Breaking Hose Connections
A. Foot-Tilt Method (one firefighter)
1. Stand facing the two couplings
2. Place a foot on the hose behind the male coupling
3. Apply pressure to tilt it upward
4. Grasp the female end by placing one hand behind the coupling
and the other hand on the coupling swivel
5. Bring both couplings together, and turn the swivel clockwise
with your thumb
B. Two-Firefighter Method
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1. Firefighter One
a) Grasp the male coupling with both hands
b) Bend the hose behind the coupling
c) Hold the coupling and hose tightly against the upper thigh,
or midsection, with the male threads pointed outward
2. Firefighter Two
a) Grasp the female coupling with both hands
b) Bring the couplings together and align them
c) Turn the female coupling counterclockwise until it clicks
d) Turn the female swivel clockwise to complete the
connection
C. Knee-Press Method (Uncoupling)
1. Grasp the hose behind the female coupling
2. Stand the male coupling on end
3. Set your feet well apart for balance
4. Place one knee on the hose and shank of the female coupling
5. Snap the swivel quickly in a counterclockwise direction while
applying bodyweight to loosen the connection
Activities
1. Have students research the classification of fire service hoses by use and
construction. After researching the types, have them select one to
present to the class. The presentation should include a visual aid (handmade poster or computer-based presentation). This may be an
independent, partner, or group activity. Use the Presentation Rubric for
assessment.
2. Tactile learning skills: Model one of the methods below for the students.
Then have the students practice and demonstrate it. Repeat the process
for the other methods. Use the appropriate checklists for additional
instructions and assessment.
a) Foot-Tilt Method Checklist
b) Knee-Press Method Checklist
c) Two Firefighter Method Checklist
Assessments
Fire Hose Quiz and Key
Foot-Tilt Method Checklist
Knee-Press Method Checklist
Two Firefighter Method Checklist
Discussion Rubric
Presentation Rubric
Materials
Fire Service Hoses computer-based presentation
Hose tools, appliances, hose, and hydrant
Presentation materials and/or computer-based presentation software
Computers with Internet Access
Resources
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0135151112, Essentials of Firefighting (5thEdition), International Fire
Service Training Association (IFSTA).
Accommodations For Learning Differences
For reinforcement, students will draw and describe the hose classifications
in a vocabulary journal.
For enrichment, students will participate in skills testing and practice using
hose, hose tools, appliances, and a hydrant.
State Educational Standards
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Career and Technical Education
130.300 Firefighter II (Two to Three Credits).
(5) The student describes the purpose of the National Fire Protection
Association standards applicable to fire service hoses. The student is
expected to:
(A) describe hose classifications by use;
(B) identify and describe hose classifications by construction;
(C) explain the application of each size and type of hose on a pumper
as required to be carried by National Fire Protection Association
1901; and
(D) practice the methods of attaching couplings to a fire hose.
College and Career Readiness Standards
English Language Arts
IV. Listening
B. Listen effectively in informal and formal situations
1. Listen critically and respond appropriately to presentations.
2. Listen actively and effectively in one-on-one situations
3. Listen actively and effectively in group discussions.
Cross-disciplinary Standards
II. Foundational Skills
C. Research across the curriculum
1. Understand which topics or questions are to be
investigated.
2. Explore a research topic.
5. Synthesize and organize information effectively.
6. Design and present an effective product.
8. Present final product.
E. Technology
1. Use technology to gather information.
2. Use technology to organize, manage, and analyze
information.
3. Use technology to communicate and display findings in a
clear and coherent manner.
4. Use technology appropriately.
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Date:___________________________
Fire Service Hoses Quiz
1. ___
Hose is most commonly cut and coupled in lengths of ___to____ feet.
a. 25 to 50
b. 50 to 100
c. 50 to 75
d. 25 to 75
2. ___
Soft intake hose is available in sizes from ____ to ____ inches.
a. 2½ to 6
b. 1½ to 3
c. ¾ to 6
d. 1¾ to 3
3. ___
Which of the following is primarily used to draft water from a static source?
a. Intake hose
b. Soft intake hose
c. Hard intake hose
d. Attack hose
4. ___
Soft intake hose is sometimes referred to as:
a. Attack hose
b. Soft sleeve hose
c. Drafting hose
d. Suction hose
5. ___
NFPA 1901 requires pumpers to carry ____ feet of 2½-inch or larger fire hose.
a. 200
b. 400
c. 600
d. 800
6. ___
NFPA 1901 requires pumpers to carry ____ feet of 1½-, 1¾-, or 2-inch attack hose.
a. 200
b. 400
c. 600
d. 800
7. ___
NFPA 1901 requires pumpers to carry ___ feet of large soft intake hose or ___ feet
of hard intake hose.
a. 10, 20
b. 20, 25
c. 15, 20
d. 50, 100
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8. ___
Which type of hose construction is subject to mold and mildew?
a. Natural fiber
b. Synthetic
c. Polymer covered
d. Rubber lined
9. ___
Hose that has not been unloaded from the apparatus for ___ months should be
removed, swept, inspected.
a. 2
b. 4
c. 6
d. 8
10. ___
The most common type of hose washers can wash hose up to ___ inches in
diameter.
a. 1½
b. 1¾
c. 2½
d. 3
11. ___
The ____ is that portion of the coupling that serves as a point of attachment to the
hose.
a. Higbee cut
b. Lug
c. Shank
d. Higbee indicator
12. ___
Butterfly valves have a flat baffle that turns ____ degrees.
a. 30
b. 45
c. 60
d. 90
13. ___
This lug type is uncommon because they have a tendency to snag when fire hose
is dragged.
a. Pin
b. Rocker
c. Recessed
d. Swivel
14. ___
Most ________ valves operate with a ¼-turn handle.
a. Ball valve
b. Gate valve
c. Butterfly
d. Clapper
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15. ___
This valve allows water to only flow in one direction.
a. Ball valve
b. Gate valve
c. Butterfly valve
d. Clapper valve
16. ___
This valve device has one female inlet and two or more male outlets that are
usually smaller than the inlet.
a. Siamese
b. Wye
c. Water thief
d. Hydrant valve
17. ___
A general rule when applying a hose clamp is to place it at least ___ feet
behind the apparatus.
a. 5
b. 10
c. 20
d. 25
18. ___
When applying the hose clamp, it should be within ____ feet from the
coupling on the incoming water side.
a. 5
b. 10
c. 20
d. 25
19. ___
Preconnected loads are primarily used for:
a. Supply lines
b. Attack lines
c. Hotel carries
d. Wildland fires
20. ___
Preconnected loads usually range from ____ to ____ feet long.
a. 50, 100
b. 50, 150
c. 50, 200
d. 50, 250
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Fire Service Hoses Quiz Key
1. B
2. A
3. B
4. C
5. D
6. B
7. C
8. A
9. C
10. D
11. C
12. D
13. A
14. C
15. D
16. B
17. C
18. A
19. B
20. D
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Date:___________________________
Fire Service Hoses Checklist
Coupling Fire a Hose Using the Foot-Tilt Method
Directions
Demonstrate the proper method of coupling a hose using the foot-tilt method. Begin on my
instruction to start. The exercise will end when you state that you have completed all of the
identified steps.
1 pt.
each
Task steps
Stand facing the coupling so that one foot is near the male end.
Place a foot on the hose directly behind the male coupling.
Apply pressure to tilt the coupling upward.
Grasp the female end by placing one hand behind the coupling and the other
hand behind the coupling swivel.
Bring the two couplings together, and turn the swivel clockwise with your thumb to
make the connection.
Total points possible 5
Instructor’s Signature
Date
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Date:___________________________
Fire Service Hoses Checklist
Loosen a Fire Hose Connection Using the Knee-Press Method
Directions
Demonstrate the proper method of loosening a hose connection using the Knee-Press Method.
Begin on my instruction to start. The exercise will end when you state that you have completed
all of the identified steps.
1 pt.
each
Task steps
Grasp the hose behind the female coupling.
Lay the hose flat on the ground, or at a 90 degree angle to ground.
Stand the male coupling on end.
Place one knee upon the hose and/or shank of the female or male coupling.
Snap the swivel quickly in a counterclockwise direction while applying body
weight to loosen the connection (uncouple hose).
Total points possible 5
Instructor’s Signature
Date
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Date:___________________________
Fire Service Hoses Checklist
Two Firefighter Method of Coupling a Fire Hose
Directions
Work with a partner to demonstrate coupling a hose connection using the two firefighter method.
Begin on my instruction to start. The exercise will end when you state that you have completed
all of the identified steps. After the demonstration is complete, switch roles and repeat the
exercise.
1 pt.
each
Task steps
Firefighter 1
Grasp the male coupling with both hands and bend the hose directly behind the
coupling.
Hold the coupling and hose tightly against the upper thigh, or midsection, with the
male threads pointed outward.
Firefighter 2
Grasp the female coupling with both hands, bring the two couplings together, and
align their positions.
Turn the female coupling counterclockwise until a click is heard, indicating that
the threads are aligned.
Turn the female swivel clockwise to complete the connections.
Total points possible 5
Instructor’s Signature
Date
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Discussion Rubric
Objectives
4 pts.
Excellent
3 pts.
Good
2 pts. Needs Some
Improvement
1 pt. Needs Much
Improvement
N/A
Pts.
Participates in group discussion
Encourages others to join the
conversation
Keeps the discussion progressing
to achieve goals
Shares thoughts actively while
offering helpful recommendations to
others
Gives credit to others for their ideas
Respects the opinions of others
Involves others by asking questions
or requesting input
Expresses thoughts and ideas
clearly and effectively
Total Points (32 pts.)
Comments:
19
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Presentation Rubric
Objectives
4 pts.
Excellent
3 pts.
Good
2 pts. Needs Some
Improvement
1 pt. Needs Much
Improvement
N/A
Pts.
Topic/Content
 Topic discussed completely and in-depth
 Includes properly cited sources (if used)
Creativity/Neatness
 Integrates a variety of multimedia effects
to create a professional presentation
(transition and graphics) or appropriate
visual aid used
 Title slide, table of contents, bibliography
are included, using acceptable format
Mechanics
 Grammar, spelling, punctuation, and
capitalization are correct
 Image and font size are legible to the
entire audience
Oral Presentation
 Communicates with enthusiasm and eye
contact
 Voice delivery and projection are
dynamic and audible
Audience Interaction
 Presentation holds audience’s attention
and relates a clear message
 Clearly and effectively communicates the
content throughout the presentation
Total Points (20 pts.)
Comments:
20
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